Timing is everything, especially when it comes to accepting a new job offer. But what happens when you accept the first offer you get, only to receive an even better offer a few weeks later? That's exactly what happened to one Reddit user, who then consulted the Reddit community for advice.

It happens every day. Someone decides to change careers, suddenly loses a job, or lands an assignment in an entirely new field. During this job transition, however, some powerful emotions can crop up – including fear, overwhelm, depression, guilt and even anger. While this is a natural effect of a job change, not having a plan to manage these emotions can set you up for a career meltdown. Learn how to survive even the most difficult of job transitions with these helpful tips from a career coach.